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November 21, 2006
Letters from a friend
One of my all time favorite people wrote us a letter the other week and I have been meaning to post the quote of John Newton that was enclosed.
"He has a sovereign right to do with us as He pleases; and if we consider what we are, surely we shall confess we have no reason to complain; and to those who seek him, His sovereignty is exercised in a way of grace. All shall work together for good; everything is needful that He sends; nothing can be needful that He withholds. Be content to bear the cross; others have borne it before you. You have need of patience; and if you ask, the Lord will give it: but there can be no settled peace till our will is in a measure subdued. Hide yourself under the shadow of His wings; rely upon His care and power; look upon Him as a physician who has graciously undertaken to heal your soul of the worst of sickness..... Yield to His prescriptions, and fight against every thought that would represent it as desirable to be permitted to choose for yourself. When you cannot see your way, be satisfied that He is your leader. When your spirit is overwhelmed within you, He knows your path; He will not leave you to sink. He has appointed seasons of refreshment, and you shall find He does not forget you. Above all, keep close to the throne of grace." -John Newton
This relationship is what I am compelled to and am thankful for. I am refreshed.
| By Leda | 02:39 PM
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I never saw two more lovely mommies. How blessed their babies must be to be taken for a stroll together. Pink is their color. Leda, It is certainly refreshing to know God is in control and more than that HE loves us with unfailing love.
Posted by: Mom and Dad at November 21, 2006 06:19 PM